Buckaroo Stew

This is a hearty beef meal that we served over egg noodles. Other options would be serving over rice or hamburger buns.

A new family favorite and earned 4 1/2 stars on a 5 scale rating!

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1 lb. sirloin tip, cut to bite size pieces
15 slices (about one pack) of bacon
1 small onion, chopped
2 16oz cans pork & beans
1 16 oz. can of kidney beans, drained
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tbsp liquid smoke
3 tbsp vinegar
salt and pepper to taste (we didn't find it necessary!)

Brown beef on all sides in a skillet over medium heat. Transfer to a slow cooker. Cook bacon in same skillet until crispy. Remove, drain, and chop. Add to beef. Brown onion on medium heat in same skillet. Add onion and all remaining ingredients to slow cooker. Cover and cook on low 6-8 hours. Serves 6-8.

We found low on 2-3 hours was fully appropriate since everything was cooked for the most part. Served over egg noodles, it fed our family well for dinner and then 2 adult portions remained for lunch leftovers.